Justin Trudeau resigns as Prime Minister of Canada; Donald Trump again pushes for Canada to become part of the United States
Justin Trudeau (photo via Wikipedia)
Canada’s Justin Trudeau announced his resignation as Prime Minister. The BBC published his full statement in English:
Every morning I’ve woken up as prime minister, I’ve been inspired by the resilience, the generosity, and the determination of Canadians. It is the driving force of every single day I have the privilege of serving in this office.
That is why, since 2015, I have fought for this country – for you – to strengthen and grow the middle class.
Why we rallied to support each other through the pandemic, to advance reconciliation, to defend free trade on this continent, to stand strong with Ukraine and our democracy.
And to fight climate chance and get our economy ready for the future. We are at a critical moment in the world.
My friends, as you all know, I am a fighter.
Every bone in my body has always told me to fight because I care deeply about Canadians. I care deeply about this country. And I will always be motivated by what is in the best interest of Canadians.
And the fact is, despite best efforts to work through it, parliament has been paralysed for months after what has been the longest session of a minority parliament in Canadian history.
That’s why, this morning I advised the governor general that we need a new session of parliament. She has granted this request and the house will now be prorogued until March 24.
Over the holidays, I’ve also had a chance to reflect and have had long talks with my family about our future.
Throughout the course of my career, any success I have personally achieved has been because of their support and with their encouragement.
So last night over dinner, I told my kids about the decision that I’m sharing with you today.
I intend to resign as party leader, as prime minister, after the party selects its next leader through a robust, nationwide, competitive process. Last night I asked the president of the Liberal Party to begin that process.
This country deserves a real choice in the next election and it has become clear to me that if I’m having to fight internal battles, I cannot be the best option in that election.
The Liberal Party of Canada is an important institution in the history of our great country and democracy. A new prime minister and leader of the Liberal Party will carry its values and ideals into that next election.
I am excited to see the process unfold in the months ahead.
We were elected for the third time in 2021 to strengthen the economy post-pandemic and advance Canada’s interests in a complicated world, and that is exactly the job that I, and we, will continue to do for Canadians. 01/06/25 https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvg62lvr845o
When he won re-election in 2019, I warned that he was facing a more divided nation (see ‘Justin Trudeau Scored A Victory, But He’s Facing A More Divided Country’).
In 2022, Justin Trudeau angered many during COVID, particularly how he dealt with truck drivers who protested his harsh measures (e.g. Canada invokes emergency powers, considers truck protesters terrorists: A prelude to 666?).
Justin Trudeau has long been considered as basically out of touch by many in the lessor populated provinces of Canada.
Furthermore, he has made enough anti-Donald Trump comments that even though he went to see him in Mar-a-Lago, Florida after Donald Trump was reelected, Donald Trump has since made a lot of disparaging and belittling comments about him and Canada.
Notice also the following:
Trump Tariffs Claim First Casualty as Canada’s Trudeau Resigns
January 6, 2025
President-elect Donald Trump’s plans to impose steep tariffs on imports to the U.S. were widely expected to shake-up global trade. They also pushed their first foreign leader from power.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resigned as leader of the ruling Liberal Party on Monday. He will stay on as prime minister until the party picks a new leader. How America’s neighbor to the north copes with the disruption that the trade levies will bring appears to be the chief problem that forced the issue.
Trudeau has been under pressure for months. He’s been badly trailing the opposition Conservative Party, with an election due to be held this year. https://www.barrons.com/articles/trudeau-trump-tariffs-canada-resign-f7b914df
6 January 2025
Trudeau faced criticism from Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Trump mocked him as a “far-left lunatic” and suggested Canada be annexed as 51st America state. Musk predicted his political downfall in the next elections. https://www.india.com/news/world/conflict-with-india-support-of-khalistanis-and-trumps-effect-heres-how-trudeaus-game-ended-in-canada-7517213/
One could say Justin Trudeau’s resignation is because of the ‘Trump Effect.’
Even though I have had a lot of major policy and moral differences from Justin Trudeau, I suspect he believes that with Donald Trump in office that Canada would be better off with someone else as Prime Minister.
ZeroHedge published the following:
January 6, 2025
Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is resigning after more than nine years leading Canada, amid a collapse in approval ratings and a rebellion within his political party.
Trudeau, 53, currently the longest-serving leader of any G-7 country, announced Monday he plans to step down as head of the governing Liberal Party. He will remain as prime minister until a new leader is selected, and parliament has been suspended until March 24 while that process is underway.
The winner of the Liberal leadership contest is set to become Canada’s 24th prime minister and will have to quickly prepare for an election, which the Conservative Party is the clear favorite to win, according to public opinion polls.
A national vote is due by October, but it’s likely it will come sooner. The three major opposition parties in parliament have said they will back a motion of non-confidence in the government. If they follow through on that threat, they would bring down the government, and an election campaign would begin.
As Bloomberg notes, Trudeau’s political future has been shaky for months, as he proved unable to reverse a slide in his party’s fortunes that accelerated after an inflation shock, and the resulting jump in interest rates, took a toll on Canadian households. His departure makes him the latest leader of an advanced economy to lose his grip on power. US President Joe Biden was forced to drop his run for reelection, Rishi Sunak’s party suffered a humbling defeat in the UK’s general election, while German Chancellor Olaf Scholz appears set to lose a forthcoming vote.
For Trudeau, the fatal blow was administered by Chrystia Freeland, his longtime deputy prime minister and finance minister. Once one of his closest allies, she stunned the nation on Dec. 16 by publishing a stinging resignation letter that indirectly criticized him for “costly political gimmicks” at a time when Canada is preparing for a possible trade war with the US. https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trudeau-out-canadian-prime-minister-likely-resign-week
In addition to tariff threats and insults from Donald Trump, others have suggested that Canada really become part of the USA, and at least one item published suggesting that Canada try to join the European Union (see Kevin O’Leary wants to negotiate Canada becoming part of the USA–Should Canada join the European Union?).
Donald Trump again called for Canada to become part of the United States:
January 6, 2025
President-elect Trump on Monday reiterated his suggestion that Canada should become the 51st U.S. state, just hours after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his plan to resign.
“Many people in Canada LOVE being the 51st State. The United States can no longer suffer the massive Trade Deficits and Subsidies that Canada needs to stay afloat. Justin Trudeau knew this, and resigned,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.
“If Canada merged with the U.S., there would be no Tariffs, taxes would go way down, and they would be TOTALLY SECURE from the threat of the Russian and Chinese Ships that are constantly surrounding them. Together, what a great Nation it would be!!!” he added. https://www.foxnews.com/world/trump-reacts-trudeau-resignation-many-people-canada-love-being-51st-state
Canada looks to be facing rocky times, but I expect it will attempt to make some type of deal with Donald Trump when it comes to trade and probably border and defense issues.
However, that will NOT spare Canada from what is coming (Matthew 24:21-22; Daniel 11:39).
Some items of possibly related interest may include:
Canada in Prophecy: What Does Bible Prophecy,Roman Catholic Prophecy, and other Predictions Suggest About the Future of Canada? There are prophecies that suggest involvement with Canada. And many are not positive about its future. A sermon of related interest is also available: Canada in Prophecy.
Will the Anglo-Saxon-Celtic Nations be Divided and Have People Taken as Slaves? Will the lands of the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand be divided? What about Jerusalem? What does Bible prophecy teach? Are there non-biblical prophecies that support this idea? Who will divide those lands? Who will end up with the lands and the people? Here is a link to a video titled Will the USA and other Anglo-nations be Divided and Their People Made Slaves? Here is a related item in the Spanish language ¿Serán divididas las naciones anglosajonas?
Lost Tribes and Prophecies: What will happen to Australia, the British Isles, Canada, Europe, New Zealand and the United States of America? Where did those people come from? Can you totally rely on DNA? Do you really know what will happen to Europe and the English-speaking peoples? What about the peoples of Africa, Asia, South America, and the islands? This free online book provides scriptural, scientific, historical references, and commentary to address those matters. Here are links to related sermons: Lost tribes, the Bible, and DNA; Lost tribes, prophecies, and identifications; 11 Tribes, 144,000, and Multitudes; Israel, Jeremiah, Tea Tephi, and British Royalty; Gentile European Beast; Royal Succession, Samaria, and Prophecies; Asia, Islands, Latin America, Africa, and Armageddon; When Will the End of the Age Come?; Rise of the Prophesied King of the North; Christian Persecution from the Beast; WWIII and the Coming New World Order; and Woes, WWIV, and the Good News of the Kingdom of God.
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